Research · Midsize Cars

2025 Hyundai ElantraRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 22 owner complaints for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra. Most complaints involve lane departure (5) and forward collision avoidance (4). The EPA rates it 31–36 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
31–36mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
22
Top: lane departure
Fuel cost / yr
$1,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2025 Hyundai Elantra as of Nov 3, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

22 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2025 – Sep 2026
  1. Lane departure5
  2. Forward collision avoidance4
  3. Air bags3
  4. Engine3
  5. Seat belts2
  6. Service brakes2
  7. Power train1
  8. Electrical system1
  9. Vehicle speed control1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Elantra model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
1996101
1997118
199856
1999133
2000200
2001329
2002348
2003234
2004182
2005137
2006155
2007267
2008316
2009287
2010455
2011461
2012676
20131,330
2014387
2015262
2016293
2017770
2018284
2019252
2020254
2021132
2022102
2023101
202456
202522
20263
Crashes reported
4
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
8
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Lane departure

5 reports
“The “consider taking a break” is extremely distracting and this feature is unable to be disabled. Spurious alarms create a distracting, unsafe driving condition, contrary to what it is aiming for.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 30, 2026Lane departureODI 11714407

Forward collision avoidance

4 reports1 crash
“My 2026 Hyundai Elantra at 3,300 miles experienced a severe frontal impact with 6g logitudinal deceleration due to uncommanded acceleration and complete brake blindness. Depiste this severe impact, neither airbags nor seatbelt pretensioners deployed. At -2.5 sec. prior to impact, the Forward Collision Avoidance Assist data drops off and goes completely silent. There were no warnings or alerts on the vehicle instrument cluster. This proves catastrophic CAN-bus network crash. Because the network crashes, the engine control unit (ECU) became digitally blind and incapable of registering the driver's physical brake applications. EDR telemetry captured erractic signal cascade from -1 sec to 0 sec impact. The accelerator pedal jumped to 70%, dropped to 0% at -0.5sec and teleported to 100% at 0 sec while the engine RPM increases from 2100 to 2400. No human foot can physically strobe a pedal from 70% to 0% and back to 100% in 0.5 sec while the engine RPM steadily increases. Hyundai deceptively using data generated by a glitched, crashed system to blame driver error and evade product liability. Hyundai even claimed non-deployment of airbag system was "appropriate" at 6g…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 14, 2026Air bags, Seat belts, Forward collision avoidanceCrash reportedODI 11764142

Air bags

3 reports2 crashes
“The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light with the precise pressure on the brake pedal, the RPM became elevated, the brake pedal was released, and as a result, the vehicle increased in speed and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The contact's entire front side impacted the rear of another vehicle. No property damage was reported. The contact stated the vehicle came to a complete stop upon impact and shut off. The contact stated the air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that no warning illuminated before and after the incident. A Police report was filed. The contact sustained an injured knee, neck, and back and has experienced emotional distress. Medical attention was not received. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 3,300.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 29, 2026Air bags, Vehicle speed controlCrash reportedODI 11747113
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 3, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S1) · Automatic (AM-S7)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Elantra
Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, with Stop-Start · Front-Wheel Drive
324136$1,800246
Elantra
Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
303934$1,900263
Elantra
Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive
283531$2,050288
  • Elantra
    Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, with Stop-Start
    32 city · 41 hwy · $1,800/yr
    36
    mpg comb.
  • Elantra
    Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    30 city · 39 hwy · $1,900/yr
    34
    mpg comb.
  • Elantra
    Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI
    28 city · 35 hwy · $2,050/yr
    31
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Hyundai Elantra 4 DR FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
5 of 5
Rollover risk
10.1%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 3, 2026Vehicle 20573
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2025 Elantra questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Elantra have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 3, 2026.

What are the most common 2025 Hyundai Elantra problems?

Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are lane departure (5), forward collision avoidance (4), air bags (3). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2025 Hyundai Elantra get?

The EPA rates the 2025 Hyundai Elantra at 31–36 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

How safe is the 2025 Hyundai Elantra?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2025 Hyundai Elantra 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026